Akers, Richard W. "Rick" 03 Feb 1946 - 30 May 2018

Baak, Paul Julius - Paul Baak, age 77, of Clarinda, Iowa entered into peace Saturday, May 5, 2018 at Westridge Care Center, in Clarinda, Iowa. Memorial Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at the Fairview Cemetery in Bedford, Iowa. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Clarinda, Iowa, where we ‘Celebrate Life’.

Paul Julius Baak was born March 21, 1941, in Ricketts, Iowa the son of Julius Baak and Alberta (Gosch) Baak. He grew up in the Charter Oak/Ricketts area attending school graduating from Charter Oak High School with the Class of 1959. After graduation Paul farmed with his family, later he became an over-the-road trucker, trucking for various farmers hauling livestock and grain. Paul enjoyed giving people a ‘hard time’, sharing jokes whenever possible. He kept up on current events, always voicing his opinion, and usually not in a quiet way! Paul’s major form of entertainment was watching WWE Wrestling on TV. In later years, he enjoyed sharing his birthday with a granddaughter, grandson and great-granddaughter, something he was very proud of.

Left to cherish Paul’s memory are his five children, Brenda Bonsall of Earling, Iowa; Yvonne Petersen and husband Matt of Red Oak, Iowa; Jodi Strasser and husband Chris of De Soto, Iowa; Jamie Wymore and wife Codi of Maryville, Missouri; and Mike De Anda and wife Cathy of Coin, Iowa; sixteen grandchildren; five great-grandchildren, with one on they way; a sister, Pearl Keesling and husband Wayne of Manilla, Iowa; a brother, Dale Baak and wife Susan of Holstein, Iowa; his first wife, Sandra Culver of Dunlap, Iowa; along with many other relatives and friends.

Preceding Paul in death are his parents, Julius and Alberta Baak; a still-born daughter; two wives, Diana Baak and Joy Baak; and a grandson, Matthew Lovitt.

Baker, "Bill" William Dean - Bill Baker Clarinda, Iowa Dec. 21, 1925-May 13, 2018 William Dean Baker was born on Dec. 21, 1925 to Warren and Pearl (Robbins) Baker. His formative years were spent on farms around the New Market areas where he went to country schools. When he reached high school age he moved to Clarinda where he stayed with his Aunt Blanche and Uncle Marvin Hanson until his graduation in 1944. After graduation Bill served in the Merchant Marines and the Army, being stationed in Germany until his discharge. On his return he met and married Shirley Young. They have two daughters, Linda Rayette and Joyce Ellen. Bill farmed his entire life and loved all that it involved. Transferring that love of land on to his wife and daughters. Bill passed away May 13 at Clarinda. Preceding him in death are his parents, sister Phyllis Sunderman, brother- in-law Russell Sunderman, father and mother-in-law and numerous brother and sister-in-laws. Bill is survived by his wife Shirley of 69 years; daughters Linda (Don) Woolsey, Texas and Joyce (Dwight) Griffith, Iowa; grandsons Kevin (Pamela) Stanosheck, Texas, Kyle (Melissa) Stanosheck, Texas, Shaun (Amanda) Griffith, Georgia, Paul (Shelley) Griffith, Iowa, Matthew Griffith and partner Hank Parker, Arkansas; 13 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandson; brother-in-law Spike (Betty) Young; sister-in-law Virginia Peterson, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A memorial celebration gathering was held Sunday, May 20 at Walker-Merrick-Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel, Clarinda. Military honors were provided by American Legion Sergy Post #98 of Clarinda. Interment will be in Clarinda Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Shambaugh United Methodist Church or College Springs Fire Department. www.WalkerMerrickWolfe.com

Bayless, Dorothy Jean Rosenbohm - Dorothy passed away on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at the Elm Heights Care Center.

Celebration of Life Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. the Northboro United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the Union Grove Cemetery. The family will greet friends at the funeral home on Tuesday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Memorials may be directed to the Northboro Betterment Club or the Northboro United Methodist Church

Dorothy Jean (Rosenbohm) Bayless was born December 30, 1929, on the family farm in Atchison County, Missouri. Her parents were Charles and Rosa (Cooper) Rosenbohm. Dorothy Jean entered into eternal peace on Saturday, April 28, 2018 in Shenandoah, at the age of 88.

The family moved to a different farm near Westboro, MO, where she started school. When she was in the fifth grade, the family moved to Northboro, IA. Dorothy played basketball for five years on the first team. She loved to play ball and was very good at it. The team went to state in 1946. She graduated from Northboro High School in May 1947.

On December 31, 1947, Dorothy was united in marriage to John Franklin Bayless. They were married at The Little Brown Church in Kolona, Iowa. The couple made their home in Northboro, until moving to Shenandoah in 2009. Together they raised their three sons, Daron, Dale, and Dennis. John and Dorothy enjoyed many dinners, holidays, and get-togethers with their siblings' families. There was always lots of fun and love. They enjoyed 65 years of marriage.

When the boys were young, Dorothy helped with Boy Scouts and Methodist Youth Fellowship. When the boys were older, she started working in Shenandoah. First at Coast to Coast for 22 years, then the Emporium, and finally at Fashions at Large, 35 years altogether. She enjoyed the people and loved her work. She spent countless hours working with the Northboro Betterment Club, and she and John enjoyed playing bridge and pinochle with their special Northboro friends.

Dorothy and John were in the antique business for many years, owning several booths in the area malls. The most recent was Finders Keepers Antique Mall (on Crossroads Drive I-29 and Hwy 2), where Dorothy also worked as an appraiser. They were regulars at auctions, enjoying the social time while looking for bargains. Dorothy's specialty was in dishes, and she was often called by friends for advice. While collecting antiques, they made many life-long friends.

Dorothy spent a lot of time in her kitchen, where she loved to cook and bake. She was well-known for her delicious dinners, homemade cinnamon rolls, pies, cookies, and many other "goodies." Dorothy loved being a wife, mother, and then a grandmother. She was the happiest when spending time with family.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, her son Daron (1969), her husband John (2012), her sister Helen Richards, and her brother Wayne. 

Those left to cherish her memory are her sons Dale (Marilyn) and Dennis (Kathy), both of Shenandoah, and grandchildren Matthew Corey, Mark Bayless, Kiley (Nick) Wilson, and Drew Bayless, along with cousins, nieces, nephews, and many, many friends

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Blake, Erick - Robert Erick Blake - Robert "Erick" Blake, 35, of Shenandoah, passed away on Sunday, April 8, 2018. Funeral celebration of life services will be held on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. at the Nishna Valley Christian Church in Shenandoah with Pastor Jack Langley officiating. The family will greet relatives and friends with visitation from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday evening, April 16, 2018, at the Nishna Valley Funeral Home in Shenandoah. Open visitation will be held Monday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Athelstan Cemetery at Athelstan, Iowa. A memorial is being established in Erick's name.

Robert Eric Blake, son of Robert Edward and Tammy Sue (Smith) Blake, was born on July 4, 1982 in Omaha, Nebraska. He entered into rest on Sunday, April 8, 2018 at the age of 35 years, 9 months, 4 days.

After his birth, Eric joined his family in Gravity, Iowa where they lived before moving to Bedford, Iowa. He attended kindergarten through 2nd grade in the Bedford Community School District. Before the start of his 3rd grade year, the family moved to Farragut, Iowa. From 3rd grade through graduation, he attended Victory Life Christian School. He graduated from Victory Life with the Class of 2001.

Following graduation, Eric attended classes at Iowa Western Community College. He began working at Burger King and Beecher Chevrolet right out of school. He also worked at McDonalds, NSK in Clarinda, Iowa and then in later years worked at Eaton Corp and was currently working at the Pella Windows and Doors plant in Shenandoah as a molder operator.
An avid outdoorsman, Eric loved to fish and hunt deer, pheasants and turkey. He also enjoyed playing Xbox. In his younger years, he loved to write stories and songs, play baseball and act in school plays. He was a member of the Fellowship Church in Oakland, Iowa, previously known as FFCC- Fellowship of Faith Christian Center. 

Preceding Eric in death were his paternal grandparents, Robert and Beatrice Blake; maternal grandparents, Cecil and Bonnie Smith; and an infant brother, James Edward Blake. Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Ed and Tami Blake of Farragut; sister, Amy Blake of Farragut; two brothers, Matt Blake and fiancé Caitlyn Wiegel and daughter Morgan of Shenandoah and Michael Blake of Farragut; fiancé, Tammy Hilgerson of Shenandoah; children, Amberh Pruett and husband John of Essex, Cory Schlup of Clarinda and Libby Yost and fiancé Joey Baumli of Ravenwood, MO; five grandchildren, Hayley, Kiley, Kenzley, London, Tyson and a sixth, Mia Erica, to arrive in July; aunts, uncles, cousins, brother and sister-in-laws; other relatives; three pets, dog, Molly and two cats, Bella and Cosmo; and many friends

Bonnes, Linda Lou Ditmars - Linda Lou (Ditmars) Bonnes was born on October 22, 1941 in Stoutsville, Missouri to William Henry and Lillian (Crow) Ditmars. The Missouri native, who later adopted Iowa as her home, passed away on Sunday, April 29, 2018, after spending several years dealing with the challenges of dementia. At the time of her death, she was a resident of Elm Heights Nursing Facility. She lived 76 years, 6 months and 7 days.

Linda lived in the Stoutsville community until her family moved to Imogene, Iowa in 1947. As the daughter of a railroader, Linda and her family boarded the train on the Wabash Rail and headed North. Linda and her eight siblings attended the Imogene Public School through the 8th grade. She completed her high school education at Farragut Community School in 1959 and there met her future husband, Henry “Doc” Bonnes. 

After graduation, Linda attended Clarinda Junior College and worked towards her Associate’s Degree. However, the distance to Ames where Henry was an undergrad proved to be too great. Henry and Linda wed on September 3, 1961 in Shenandoah, Iowa at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church. She joined her young husband in the Ames area and worked multiple jobs while he completed his veterinary degree at Iowa State University. Upon Doc’s graduation in 1966, the couple moved with their young son, Todd, to Farragut so that Doc could set up practice. The union was blessed with 4 more children over the years; Tamara, Tara, Tasha, and Tiane. 

Throughout the years, Linda could be found at the Bonnes Vet Clinic assisting Doc with answering the phone and managing the office. This gave her the flexibility to mold her young brood and provided her access to all the Farragut politics and gossip. During the farm crisis of the 1980s, Linda bravely decided to finish her education at Buena Vista University’s satellite campus in Clarinda. She graduated in 1990 with her Bachelor’s of Education. She found great joy in her first job at the Farragut Elementary as a 2nd/3rd grade combination teacher and worked long hours to find creative ways to reach each of her students. She then moved on to the next phase of her career and dedicated her life to assisting individuals with disabilities at Nishna Productions. During her years at Nishna Productions, she held several positions. In 2009, after 17 years, Linda retired from Nishna Productions as the Director of Residential Services. 

In addition to working, Linda was very involved in the community and supporting her children in every aspect of their lives. Linda was always on the sidelines cheering and active helping behind the scenes. She attended athletic, academic, pageantry, music, 4-H, and theatre events and dedicated her time to ensure her children became well-rounded individuals. In the community, Linda worked with the American Red Cross, Farragut Community Club, Bridge Club, Garden Club, Pinochle Club, 4-H, and served on Farragut City Council. Linda helped to create and establish Christmas Tree Lane, a long time and beloved Farragut Community event. 

Linda was preceded in death by her husband, Doc Bonnes; parents, William and Lillian Ditmars; a brother Carl Ditmars; sisters Margaret Skahill, Wanda Miller, Rita Taylor; and a granddaughter, Dorthea Heil. 

Left to cherish Linda’s memory are her children Todd (Melissa) Bonnes of Shenandoah, IA, Dr. Tamara (Wade) Bonnes-Heil of Loup City, NE, Tara (Donnie) Doyle of Imogene, IA, Tasha (Norm) Yates of Grove City, OH, Tiane Hennings of Shenandoah, IA; fourteen grandchildren, Todd Bonnes, Jr. of Shenandoah, IA, Tahrae (Tyler) Metzger of Algona, IA, Tanna (Stephen) Griger of Shenandoah, IA, Delanie, Danica, and Dillon Heil all of Loup City, NE, Brooke, Britney, and Blake Doyle all of Imogene, IA, Nathanial and Colby Yates of Grove City, OH, Sylvia, Simon, and Scarlett Hennings all of Shenandoah, IA; two great-grandchildren, Landry and Lieryn Griger, of Shenandoah, IA; four siblings, William “Hank” (Charlotte) Ditmars of Farragut, IA, Kay Fensholt, of Farragut, IA, Ed (Donna) Ditmars of Hawthorn, IL, and Beverly Trump of Kansas City, MO; along with many other relatives and friends. 

Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 4, 2018 at 10:00 AM at the Nishna Valley Funeral and Cremation Service in Shenandoah with Pastor Carl Phillips officiating. Open visitation will be held Thursday, May 3, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM with the family greeting relatives and friends with visitation and viewing from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the funeral home Thursday evening. Burial will take place in the Farragut Cemetery next to her husband, Dr. Henry M. Bonnes, DVM. Memorials in Linda's name are being directed to Nishna Productions and the Sons & Daughters of Imogene

Boyd, Jeffrey Allen - Memorial Celebration of Life Services for Jeffrey Boyd, age 38, of Red Oak, Iowa who passed away Monday, April 30, 2018 at the Montgomery County Hospital will be held Thursday, May 3, 2018 at 2:00 PM at the United Presbyterian Church in Lenox, Iowa. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Lenox where we 'Celebrate Life'.

Jeffrey Allen Boyd was born November 10, 1979, in Creston, Iowa the son of Dick Boyd and Debra (Saunders) Boyd. He grew up the Creston area attending school, graduating from the Creston High School with the Class of 1998. After graduation, Jeff moved to Red Oak where he went to work for Nishna Productions. He remained in Red Oak living and working there until his death.
Jeff enjoyed watching the Iowa Hawkey's play football as well as NFL football. He enjoyed playing his Nintendo and spending time with his mother. Especially when they were able to camp together. He really enjoyed playing basketball with his Special Olympic team. 
Left to cherish Jeff's memory is his mother Debbie Midthum of Waterloo, Iowa; two aunts, Vickie Westendorf and husband Larry of Waterloo, Iowa; and Kathryn Scott and Neil Morgan of Sharpsburg, Iowa; an uncle, Gary Saunders and wife Sarah of Whidbey Island, Washington; along with many cousins and friends.

Preceding Jeff in death are his maternal grandparents, Don and June Saunders; his paternal grandparents, Dale and Leah Boyd; his cousin Donald Walter Scott, III; and his uncle, Donald Scott, Jr.

Braymen, Kenneth M.

May 7, 1924 – April 20, 2018

Preceded in death by wife, JoAnn M. Braymen.  Survived by wife, Lois; sons, William, James, and Edward; grandchildren: Jason, Charles, Benjamin, Christina, Emily, Matthew, Laura, and Sara; ten great-grandchildren

GRAVESIDE SERVICES to be held at Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah, Iowa with full military honors

Lawrence J. (LJ/Larry) Bunkowski, affectionately called Papa by so many, died Tuesday, May 8, 2018, in his home at Shambaugh, Iowa, surrounded by his loving family.

Lawrence leaves a legacy of love, including his wife of 57 years, Shirlie K. (Kiser) Bunkowski, of the home, and four daughters, Denyse and Kyle Scott, Osceola, Iowa; Tori and Scottie Grable, De Kalb, MO; Tara and Edward Seipel, Maryville, MO; and Tish Furst, Shambaugh. He also loved dearly his 11 grandchildren and their families: Clint and Teela Waugh, Decatur, Iowa; Brad and Amy Wolf, Barnard, MO; Melanie and Scott Cowger, De Kalb; Becky and Pat Swinford, Barnard; Whitney Sybert and Taylor Crockett, De Kalb; Clay and Ashley Waugh, Lamoni, Iowa; Chris Redmond and Katrina Burden, Clearmont, MO; Brooke Wolf and Ethan Schmitz, Guilford, MO; Jessi Redmond, Shambaugh; Scott Grable Jr. and Lynden Matthews, De Kalb; and Miranda Waugh and Ethan McGill, Ames, Iowa. The lights of his life were his 15 great-grandchildren:  Mili, Beau, and Boon Waugh; Brayton Furr; Lena Cowger, Kaden Skidmore; Layla, Micah, Hadley, and Zoey Wolf; Madelyn, Mackenzie, Maggie, and Maverick Swinford; and Colt Redmond. He also counted among those he loved numerous step-children and step-grandchildren (though Lawrence never referred to any of them as a “step”).

Loving care was provided for Lawrence by Hope Winter, Amanda Keho, and Celeste Westgaard, who have become honorary family members. Additional survivors include a sister-in-law, Macil Laughlin, Guilford; a brother, Norbert Bunkowski, St. Joseph, MO; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Melzena Bunkowski and Barbara Lovell; and several brothers- and sisters-in law.

In addition to his family, Lawrence loved nearly everyone he met—and he never met a stranger. He especially enjoyed young people and loved all little children. For years he supported his daughters and then grandchildren and eventually great-grandchildren in their many activities. That led to him becoming an honorary dad and grandpa to many. He particularly enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially with family, and relished the opportunity to teach young family members about nature. Family gatherings—and the food that came with them—were his favorites. He loved small town and rural life and was proud of his time as a farmer.

Lawrence was born December 10, 1939, in St. Joseph, MO, and attended parochial and public schools before graduating in 1957 from Central High School. On January 6, 1960, he married Shirlie Kiser. They spent nearly all their lives in Barnard, MO, moving to Shambaugh three years ago. As a young man, he was a member of the Missouri Air National Guard. He had worked as a bus and truck driver as well as a laborer and for 17 years for the Missouri Department of Transportation in Nodaway County. He was a member of the Barnard Christian Church and the Masonic Lodge.

Visitation will be 5:30-8 p.m. Friday, May 11, 2018, at Bram Funeral Home, Maryville, MO, with a short service at 7 p.m. Friends are invited to join the family afterward for a celebration of Lawrence’s life at the old MoDOT barn at Barnard; a light meal will be provided. The family requests no flowers but encourages donations in Lawrence’s name to the Salvation Army

Carpenter, Paul M., 68, a Taylor county native, died Sunday morning at Mercy Hospital in Pomona, Ca.

Funeral services will be at Walker Funeral Home at 2 pm Wednesday with burial in Memory cemetery at New Market.

He was born May 3, 1908 at Gravity, the son of George and Ida Pratt Carpenter.

He was a California resident and had retired three years ago from the Los Angeles county hospital where he had been employed for many years.

His home was at Montclair, Cal and past summers he had been in the Clarinda area visiting family and friends.

Carpenter is survived bythree chidren, Robert Carpenter of Tulsa, Okla; David Carpenter of Ft Smith, Ark; and Ida Lynn Armer of Morris, Ok. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 14, 1977

Crouse, Maxine LaVon Stanbrough - Maxine LaVon Crouse, the daughter of Jesse W. and Fern E. (Swanson) Stanbrough was born December 28, 1935 in Page County, Iowa. She passed away at the age of 82, on Thursday, February 15, 2018 at the Montgomery County Memorial Hospital, Red Oak, Iowa.

Maxine was raised in the Essex, Iowa area, attended country school for 8 years and in 1954, graduated from Essex High School. Following graduation, she worked at the Northwestern Bell Telephone office in Shenandoah, Iowa. Maxine was united in marriage to Robert L. Crouse on August 29, 1954 in Essex. To this union they were blessed with four children: Rhonda, Brent, Angela and Dan. Maxine and Bob had lived in Corning, Ottumwa and Essex before making their home in Red Oak in January of 1965. Maxine was a long time and faithful member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church. She volunteered in many community activities, including the Red Oak Optimist Club, Senior Citizens Center and was a past member of Beta Sigma Phi. After Bob’s retirement, they enjoyed many years wintering in Texas. 

Maxine was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bob on January 5, 2017; daughter, Rhonda Mannasmith on September 19, 2017; granddaughter, Elizabeth “Libby” Hill; brother, Gerald Stanbrough; and sister, Elaine Woodyard. 

Maxine is survived by three children: Brent Crouse of Ft. Collins, CO; Angela Hill and husband Christopher of Clarinda, IA; and Dan Crouse and wife Karen of Red Oak, IA; son-in-law, Larry Mannasmith of Maryville, MO; 9 grandchildren: Vanessa (Tye) Parsons of Maryville, MO; Hilary (Ian) Simmons of Omaha, NE; Jason Crouse of Council Bluffs, IA; Mariah Crouse of Council Bluffs, IA; Kip Hill of Spokane, WA; Cameron (Jessica) Hill of Lee’s Summit, MO; SueAnn Crouse, Michael Crouse and his fiancée Amanda Stitz and Nicholas Crouse all of Red Oak, IA; 6 great-grandchildren: Lucy, Ellie, Cora, Kyler, Avery and Aubrey; brother, Robert (Bernadette) Stanbrough of Essex, IA; sisters: Donna Currie of Shenandoah, IA; Beverly (Luke) McGargill of Shenandoah, IA and Karen (Bob) Ahrens of Shenandoah, IA; and brother-in-law, Larry Crouse of Norcross, GA; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. 

May God bless her memory and give strength to those who mourn. 

Maxine has donated her body for medical research, even in death she continues to help others

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Danielson, Maxine Stephens - Maxine passed away on Monday, April 30, 2018 at the Josie Harper Hospice House in Omaha.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 3, 2018 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home. The family will greet friends on Wednesday evening from 5:00-7:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial will follow in the Rose Hill Cemetery.

Opal Maxine Danielson, daughter of Clark D. and Irene Pearl (Jackson) Stephens, was born on April 11, 1924 in Fisher Township, Iowa. She passed away on Monday, April 30, 2018 at the Josie Harper Hospice House in Omaha, Nebraska at the age of 94.

Maxine grew up in the Shenandoah area. She graduated from Shenandoah High School. On December 24, 1942 she was united in marriage to William "Bill" C. Danielson in Marysville, Missouri. She worked at J.C. Penney's for over 25 years. 

Maxine was a loving and dedicated wife and mother. She enjoyed doing various craft projects, sewing, ceramics, and macramé. She also was an avid gardener and enjoyed baking delicious treats for her family and friends. Maxine and Bill enjoyed traveling to various states to see family and friends. In her later years spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her much joy. 

Maxine was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and three sisters. She is survived by her three sons; Darrell Danielson and wife Cathy of Yucca Valley, California, Stephen Danielson of Omaha, Nebraska and Devin Danielson and wife Becky of Shenandoah, 14 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends

Foster, Arlene - Graveside services for Arlene Foster of Villisca will be 2:30 p.m. Thursday, May 17, 2018 at Memory Cemetery, New Market, with Pastor Elvin Swan officiating. Visitation will be 1-2 p.m. Thursday at Wolfe Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to Family Choice

Grashorn, Margaret "Maggie" - Margaret Mary Grashorn was born July 6th, 1962 to Elmer and Catherine (Moser) Grashorn in Corning Iowa. She passed away in Council Bluffs at Jennie Edmunson Hospital . She graduated from New Market High School in 1981. Following high school she worked as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) for several nursing homes in the area and then was a retail cashier for Walmart, Kmart and Dollar General.
Left to cherish her memory are her parents Elmer and Catherine, sister Becky Kreikemeier (Gary) of Bellwood NE, brother Lonnie Grashorn of New Market, sister Patricia of Clarinda , brother Terry Grashorn of Villisca, and brother Clayton (Chaundra) Grashorn of College Springs. She is also survived by nieces Melissa Kreikemeier of Kihea, Hawaii, Amanda (Adam) Krueger of Kearney, Lysney Martenson (Joel) of Aurora, NE and Amy Kreikemeier of Fremont NE. , Natalie Story of Glenwood, Kelsea Grashorn of College Springs, Britnee Hedlund of Emerson and Nykkohl Hedlund of Osceola, NE . Nephews include Tony (Julie) Kreikemeier of Shelby, NE, Brian Story of Glenwood, and Josh Grashorn of Denison, Iowa. She is also survived by great nieces Alivia and Brooke Kreikemeier of Shelby, and Blakely Krueger of Kearney. Great nephews are Eli and Ty Kreikemeier of Shelby and Jack and Alek Kreuger of Kearney. Also mourning her loss will be many cousins and friends.
Maggie loved the color yellow and had a great love for her dogs and embroidery was a hobby. She spent many hours playing rummy with her mom as she spent time caring for her parents with her sister, Patty. She is preceded in death by her brother Bernard Grashorn and sister, Pamela Hedlund.

Mass of Christian Burial for Maggie Grashorn, 55 of Clarinda, will be 10 a.m. Monday, April 30, 2018 at St. Clare Catholic Church, Clarinda, with interment at Villisca Cemetery.
Visitation and wake will be held 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Walker-Merrick-Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel, Hwy 2 Bypass in Clarinda.
Memorials are suggested to Family Choice.
Walker-Merrick-Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel is providing arrangements

Greever, Keith - Keith Greever, the son of Wayne Edward Greever and Eva Violet Wilson Greever, was born at Shenandoah, Iowa on November 24, 1928. He was educated in rural Locust Grove Township and graduated from Shenandoah High School. From 1947-1953 he worked as a cream tester for Squirer Dairy Company in Shenandoah. 

On January 26, 1952 he was united in marriage to Myrtle Virginia Lundgren at the Fremont Evangelical Covenant Church in rural Essex, Iowa. After their marriage they made their home in Shenandoah. To this union one daughter, Arlene was born. 

Keith served in the Iowa National Guard Company E, 168th Infantry 34th Division in Shenandoah from June 1948 until July 1953. On July 20, 1953 Keith entered into active military duty in the US Army to serve in the Korean War. He was stationed in Japan and Korea. Keith returned home on May 27, 1955. He was transferred to the Army Reserve to complete his 8 years of service under the Universal Military Training and Service Act. CPL Keith A. Greever was awarded The National Defense Service Medal, The United Nations Service Medal and The Korean Good Conduct Service Medal. 

After returning from Korea, Keith worked as the Distribution Center Manager for Earl May Seed and Nursery Company for 40 years. Keith was a member of the Fremont Evangelical Covenant Church, later transferring his membership to the Faith Covenant Church in Essex. After retiring from Earl May, Keith remained active. He especially enjoyed gardening and was well known for his gooseberries, farm grown peaches and homemade ground horseradish. Keith mowed lawns and shoveled snow for neighbors and businesses until the age of 81. He especially enjoyed his nieces, nephews, extended family and Arlene's puppies, Frankie and Abbey. 

Keith was preceded in death by his wife Myrtle, parents, step-father Ralph Kohler; five brother-in-laws, Leonard, Wesley, Vernon and Delbert Lundgren and John Wilcox, Sr; four sister-in-laws, Harriett Wilcox, Laurine, Phyllis and Hazel Lundgren; nephew Gordon Lundgren and one great nephew Jamie Wilcox. Those left to cherish his memory include his daughter Arlene Y. Greever of Lincoln, sister Nadine Lundgren of Essex, many nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of good friends and neighbors. 

Keith passed away on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at the age of 89 at Bryan Medical Center West in Lincoln. His death came only 2 months after his beloved wife Myrtle died in Shenandoah on March 7, 2018. 

Funeral Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, May 11, 2018 at the Faith Covenant Church in Essex, Iowa. Burial with complete military rites will follow in the Rose Hill Cemetery. The family will greet friends at the church 30 minutes prior to services

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Herzberg, Vernon Henry John - Vernon Henry John Herzberg was born near Clarinda on January 31, 1925 to Harry Henry Harmon and Nellie A. (Wehmiller) Herzberg. He attended Jackson Country School and Immanuel Lutheran School.
Vernon married Louise Irene Peach on August 8, 1948 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Clarinda. He was a lifelong farmer. He spent many years building and re-building fence, tending livestock and his crops. He enjoyed collecting toy tractors, salt and pepper shakers, silhouette pictures, among other items. Vernon especially enjoyed trips with Neiharts and Prestige Club traveling without worries.
His life was filled with family and grandkids. Vernon moved to the Eiler Place in Clarinda. He spent the last several years there and enjoyed the children he met and the company of the staff and residents.
Vernon passed away Saturday, April 14, 2018 at Goldenrod Manor, Clarinda. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Louise; sisters Marian Herzberg as an infant, and Ruth (Walter) Eitzen; sister-in-law Jeannie Herzberg; brother-in-law Lyle Sunderman; and great-granddaughter Isabella Hull.
He is survived by his five sons: Everett (Karen) Herzberg, Emerson, IA, Raymond (Dianna)Herzberg, Shambaugh, IA, Ronnie (Deb) Herzberg, Cambridge, NE, Keith (Kathy) Herzberg, Smithville, MO, and Kurt (Sandy) Herzberg, Clarinda, IA; brothers Victor Herzberg, Villisca, IA, Darrell (Mavis) Herzberg, Villisca, IA, Oliver (Mary Jo) Herzberg, Villisca, IA, Willard (Kay) Herzberg, Clarinda, IA, and Gerald (Judy) Herzberg, Clarinda, IA; sister Ardith Sunderman; ten grandchildren (Amy, Jodie, Becky, Carrie, Elizabeth, Mandy, Kevin, Nick, Jessica and Katelyn) twenty-one great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.
Funeral services for Vernon Herzberg, 93 of Clarinda, will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, rural Clarinda, with interment at Immanuel Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be 5-7 p.m. Monday, April 16, at Walker-Merrick-Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel in Clarinda. Memorials are suggested to donor's choice.
Walker-Merrick-Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel is providing arrangements

Hilding, Veda Hume Reed - Veda Louise Reed Hume Hilding, age 91 of Shenandoah, IA formerly of Thurman, IA died Thursday, May 3, 2018 at Elm Heights Care Center in Shenandoah following an extended illness. Veda was born March 9, 1927 to Ura Florence (Hindman) Reed and Curtis Perry Reed on a farm 3 miles east of Thurman, IA. She attended Country School, Tabor and Thurman High School graduating in 1944. Veda worked for a year at the Swanson's Food Plant in Malvern then attended Iowa Teacher's College summer course receiving an Emergency Teaching Certificate. Veda then taught County School near Hamburg, IA.

Veda married Robert M. Hume on June 14, 1946 in Red Oak, IA and to this union 5 children were born. She was a real Farmer's Wife, working with her husband on the family farm they loved. Veda was a member of the Better Homes Club, American Legion Auxiliary, Methodist Church and United Methodist Women. After Bob's death in 1982, Veda married Oscar Hilding on January 2, 1985 and moved to Shenandoah, IA after living on the family farm for 35 years.

Veda was preceded in death by her parents; step-mother, Mary Reed; husband, Bob Hume; infant son, Terry Gale Hume at 3 weeks of age; brother, Gale Reed; and second husband, Oscar Hilding. She is survived by 2 daughters, Cheryl McGill and husband Kevin of Omaha, NE and Susie Berry of Sidney, IA; 2 sons, Larry Hume and wife Louise of Sidney and Darrell Hume and friend Phyllis James of Council Bluffs, IA; 10 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren; 2 brothers, Clark Reed and Elbert both of Omaha; numerous nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at the United Faith Church in Sidney, IA with Rev. Jan Phillips of the Thurman, IA United Methodist Church officiating. Visitation will be open after 5:00 PM Monday, and the family will greet friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday at the Crawford-Marshall Funeral Chapel in Sidney, IA. Interment will be in the Thurman, IA Cemetery and, in lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to the Sidney United Faith Church. The Crawford-Marshall Funeral Chapel in Sidney, IA is in charge of arrangements

Holmes, Robert S. "Bob" - Robert S. “Bob” Holmes, 74, passed away peacefully May 26, 2018 with his family by his side. Bob was born October 3, 1943 in Shenandoah, Iowa and fought a tremendous fight with cancer until his passing at the Buffet Cancer Center in Omaha, Nebraska.

Bob attended Arbordale (Frog Pond) Country School through the eighth grade. First through eighth grade were taught in one room and his favorite subject was arithmetic. Growing up, Bob enjoyed going to Porter’s lake to swim, fish, roller skate and play on the bumper cars. One not so fond memory included falling (or getting pushed) from a hay loft. 

After graduating from Shenandoah High School in 1962, he served in the National Guard Company E for six years. Soon after he found his lifelong passion as a self-employed trucking business owner hauling corn cobs, sawdust, mulch, and anything otherwise written off as useless always believing you can make something out of nothing. He also enjoyed his days at Mount Arbor Nurseries, another family-owned business.

The biggest joys of his life were attending his kids’ sporting events as they grew up, watching the stock market, fishing and most recently spending time with his seven precious grandchildren. He loved telling stories and flashing his big smile making friends everywhere he went. 

Preceding Bob in death were his parents, Clifford and Dorothy Holmes; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Merrill and Dorotha Bateman; sister-in-law, Helen Holmes; and several aunts and uncles. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Marilyn (Bateman) Holmes of Shenandoah; three children, Craig (Angie) Holmes of Shenandoah, Juli (Chris) Willeman of St. Louis, MO, and Jenni (Dan) Hansen of Shenandoah; seven grandchildren, Ali, Matt, Audri, Alex, Andy, Austin and Sam; two brothers, Gene Holmes of Shenandoah and Wayne (Mary Lou) Holmes of Shenandoah; two brothers-in-law, Bob (Joyce) Bateman of Bettendorf and Don (Margo) Bateman of Farragut; other relatives and many friends.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 1, 2018 at 2:00 PM at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Shenandoah. The family will greet relatives and friends with visitation from 6:30 to 8:30 pm Thursday evening, May 31, at the Nishna Valley Funeral Home in Shenandoah. Burial will take place in the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah. Memorials in Bob's name are being directed to the Shenandoah Emmanuel Lutheran Church or to People For Paws.

Humphrey, Richard - Pvt Richard L. Humphrey has been reported by the war deparment to be a war casualty, dying April 8 of wounds received in the engagements at Luzon. The official word was sent to his wife, who, with their 2 1/2 year old son, lives in Omaha.

The 22-year-old infantryman was wounded on the island on April 5th, word of which reached the family a week ago Saturday. The second telegram came Monday and the local relatives have been notified from Omaha. Mrs Susanne Humphrey, mother of the soldier, is visiting in Greeley, Colo., now, and Leo Humphrey the father, is at Ft Worth, Texas.

Pvt Humphrey had landed in the Philippines on February 7, according to letters home. THE CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, May 10, 1945

Pvt Richard L. Humphrey entered upon this earthly pilgrimage in the year of our Lord, 1921, on September 26th.

He lived the early part of his life in Page County and attended the public schools here. He was baptized as an infant in the First Presbyterian Church and attended Church school there during his childhood.

In December of 1941 he was united in marriage to Miss Marion Hodge. They have one son, Terry Daniel, now 2 1/2 years of age.

On January 27th, 1944, Richard was inducted into the U.S. Army. After a year of training his unit sailed for the Philippines where they disembarked on February 7th, 1945. He served as a member of a Combat Team with the 158th Infantry Division.

He was wounded in action on April 5th and passed from this life in a military hospital on Luzon Island at the age of 23 years on April 8th in this year of our Lord, 1945.

Richard was the son of Leo and Susanne Humphrey. Surviving also are two brothers, Bill of Clarinda, and Jack in the armed services; two sisters, Mrs Jean Geer and Mrs Robert Geer.

Memorial services were held at the First Presbyterian Church during the morning worship on Sunday May 23. THE CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 7, 1945

Inman, Joyce Rae Snethen - Joyce Rae Inman, the daughter of Clarence Leroy and Opal Maxine (Todd) Snethen was born April 18, 1948 in Leon, Iowa. She passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2018 at the Elm Heights Nursing Home in Shenandoah, Iowa where she was in Hospice Care, as a result of ovarian cancer.

Joyce was raised in Lamoni, Iowa and graduated from Lamoni High School. Joyce attended Graceland College in Lamoni, Iowa for 2 years, and received her B.S. degree in Home Economics Education from Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. While she was in graduate school at Iowa State studying Historic Textiles, she met her future husband, Tim who was completing his degree at Iowa State also. They were married in Lamoni, Iowa on August 8, 1971. To their union, two sons were born: Chad Byron and Jonathan Clarence.

Her family was always her most important focus. She enjoyed spending time in the kitchen baking and preparing meals for her family and their friends. She was a stay-at-home Mom while her children were in school, a den mother for their cub scouting years, and a Sports Mom for all the various sports the boys played. 

Joyce was a natural-born teacher. She loved teaching and her students. She began her teaching career in Yutan, Nebraska. When Tim and Joyce moved their family to Wisconsin, she continued her education earning a Master's Degree in Historic Environments from the University of Wisconsin, in Madison, Wisconsin. She taught design at the University of Wisconsin and became a Licensed Interior Designer and member of the American Society of Interior Designers. She did the historic structures research for the restoration of the Wisconsin State Capitol and working with private and state architects, was the key author for a number of the Historic Structures Reports books written to guide and direct the capitol restoration projects. She was an expert in the beaux-arts neoclassical style of grand public buildings, and especially in the design work of architect George B. Post. She received a special commendation for her work from the governor of Wisconsin, Tommy Thompson. 

Following Tim and Joyce's return to their family farm near Randolph, Iowa in 2000, Joyce renewed her teaching credentials to enable her to return to the classroom and again fulfill her calling as teacher. Joyce taught Family Consumer Science at Stanton, Iowa and at Shenandoah, Iowa. Her goal was to teach until she was 70. Her disease interfered with this goal, cutting it shorter than she wanted. She loved teaching and cared deeply for her students. These final years of classroom work were, for her, the sugar at the bottom of her cup.

Joyce had a deep and enduring faith and was active in her church, the Community of Christ, throughout her life. She served in a number of capacities including being an Elder and Pastor. She was a member of P.E.O. 

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents and her father-in-law, Byron Inman. She is survived by her sister, Nancy (David) Stewart of Estero, Florida; her husband, Tim Inman of Randolph, Iowa; son Chad Inman of Madison, Wisconsin; son Jon (Tracy) Inman and grandchildren Miles and Evelyn of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin; mother-in-law Marcia Inman; brother and sister- in-law Todd and Paula Inman of Tabor, Iowa, and brother and sister-in-law Beth and Rod Blackburn of Tabor, Iowa. She is also survived by her AFS-US children, Martin Savoia of Reconquista, Argentina, Carola Stender of Hamburg, Germany, Angie Sanches of Cartago, Costa Rica, and Carlos Salas of Ciudad Quesada, Costa Rica. In addition, Joyce is survived by a large extended family, a host of nephews, friends, and colleagues. 

Joyce was loved by all who knew her and they were touched in their lives by her presence. She is at peace with her God now.

Celebration of life memorial service will be held 1:30 pm, Saturday, May 5, 2018 at the Community of Christ Church in Shenandoah, Iowa.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her name to the Community of Christ for Orma's Orphans' Fund or to the donor's choice directly.

Burial of cremains was held at the Randolph Cemetery in Randolph, Iowa

Inman, Philip - Philip passed away on Thursday afternoon April 26, 2018 at the Garden View Care Center.

Celebration of Life Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Rose Hill Cemetery. There will be open visitation on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service

Joseph Philip Inman was born on April 8, 1940 in Morristown, Tennessee the son of Robert and Carrie Eula (Everett) Inman. Philip entered into eternal peace on Thursday, April 26, 2018 at the Garden View Care Center in Shenandoah, Iowa. 

Philip's early years were spent in Tennessee where he resided until he was 5 years old. The family then moved to Tarkio, Missouri. On June 22, 1957 he was united in marriage to Joan (Rima) in Fairfax, Missouri. The couple resided in the Missouri area before moving to Stanton for a short time. They later moved to Shenandoah where they raised their family. 

Philip was not afraid of hard work. He provided for his family by farming, working as a police officer, driving truck for Bill Miller and Keane Thummel and later worked at NSK as a security guard. 

He was a member of the Assembly of God Church and the Appaloosa Horse Club. He enjoyed his time breeding Appaloosa Horses, working in the yard, fishing, boating and camping. 

He was preceded in death by his wife Joan; his parents; brothers Stanley and Robert Jr.; and a sister Karen Inman. Those left to cherish his memory include his children Allen Inman and wife Tana of Loveland, CO, Craig Inman and wife Tammy of Bedford, IA, and Connie Inman of Shenandoah; 9 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; brother Dave Inman and wife Carol of Anchor Point, AK; sister Marilyn Sprague and husband Marvin of Savannah, MO; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Jones, Dale Eugene - Dale Eugene Jones, son of William Burl and Ida Mae (Roller) Jones, was born on March 27, 1930 in Shenandoah, Iowa. He passed away on Monday, April 16, 2018 at his home in Shenandoah, Iowa at the age of 88.

Dale lived his whole life in Shenandoah. He graduated from the Shenandoah High School with the class of 1950. He joined the Iowa National Guard Company E in 1948, he spent 33 years in the National Guard retiring in 1981. On June 15, 1952 he was united in marriage to Alice Mae Findley at the First Christian Church in Shenandoah.

Dale worked in the nursery business before becoming Office Manager at Thermogas Company in Shenandoah for 30 years before retiring. In his retirement years, he worked part-time at Hy-Vee. 

He was a member of American Legion Post #88 served as member of Color Guard and member of War Memorial Board of Trustees, Elks Lodge # 1122, member since early 1960's, served as Exalted Ruler in 1968, First Christian Church, member since 1959, served as deacon for many years and assisted with youth and other activities with the church and various community service roles. Dale enjoyed spending time with family; traveling/family vacations; gardening with a special interest in flowers of all types; volunteering in the community.

Dale was preceded in death by his wife Alice Jones (2009), parents, siblings and in-laws.

Those left to cherish Dale's memory include his beloved children; son Jeff Jones and wife Yong of Lincoln, NE and daughter Jennifer Jones and husband Richard of Parker, CO; grandchildren Susan Pearce and CJ Peters, Kathleen Cheevers and husband Devin, Kevin Jones and wife Megan and Corey Jones and wife Jordan; great-grandchildren Ariya Pearce, Wren Cheevers, Hailey Jones and Austin Jones; other family and friends.

Celebration of life funeral service will be held 10:30 am, Friday, April 20, 2018 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Visitation with the family will be held from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm, Thursday, April 19, 2018 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Burial will be held at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah. 

Memorials may be directed to the Shenandoah Elks Lodge #1122, Shenandoah American Legion Post #88, or the First Christian Church of Shenandoah

Kirchert, Alan Dean - Alan Dean Kirchert, 46, of the rural Clarinda/Bethesda area, passed away on Monday, April 16, 2018 at the Hospice House - Josie Harper Residence in Omaha, Nebraska following a lengthy battle with cancer.

A funeral celebrating Alan's life will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 11:00 AM at the Essex High School Gymnasium. Open visitation and viewing will begin at 10:00 AM Friday, April 20, at the Nishna Valley Funeral and Cremation Service in Shenandoah with the family greeting relatives and friends from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. Burial will be in the Essex Cemetery at 1:00 PM Saturday. Memorials in Alan's name are being directed to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of West Des Moines, IA.

Alan Dean Kirchert, son of Herbert Raymond and Phyllis Jean (Rydberg) Kirchert, was born on March 29, 1972 at Montgomery County Memorial Hospital in Red Oak, IA. He entered into eternal rest on Monday, April 16, 2018 at the Hospice House in Omaha, NE at the age of 46 years, 18 days.

His early life was spent on the family farm outside of Essex. Alan's mother, Phyllis, passed away when he was six years old. He attended the Essex Community Schools through the fourth grade. Alan then attended the Shenandoah Community Schools after moving in with his sister, Pat and brother-in-law, Larry Athen and their children Darin and Carla. They lived on a farm outside of Shenandoah, where Alan’s love for the outdoors grew. He graduated from Shenandoah High School with the Class of 1990.

Following graduation, Alan attended Iowa Western Community College in Council Bluffs and received his certificate in welding in 1991. While at Iowa Western, Alan worked at the Bluffs Run Dog Track. Alan began working at RoMech (D & L) in Red Oak in 1991. He worked for RoMech 15 years from 1991 through 2006. He worked a short stint with his brother, Les Kirchert and nephew, Brian Kirchert, at Kirchert Electric from October of 2006 to January 2007. He then worked for NSK in Clarinda for two years from January 2007 to January 2009, before following his heart and once again joining Kirchert Electric. He worked for Kirchert Electric until his health began to fail in September of 2016.

On November 26, 2005, Alan was united in marriage to Michelle Ann Shilhanek at Clarinda. Following their marriage they resided in rural Clarinda where Alan kept busy as a 4-H Leader for the Nodaway Harmony Hustlers and enjoyed managing his cow/calf operation. A diehard Nebraska Cornhusker fan, Alan loved following and supporting his favorite football team. He also enjoyed hunting and trapping, four wheeling and attending livestock sales at the sale barn.
Preceding Alan in death were his parents, Raymond and Phyllis Kirchert; paternal grandparents, Herbert and Margaret Kirchert; maternal grandparents, Virgil and Marian Rydberg; and a brother, Randy Kirchert. 



Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Michelle Kirchert of Clarinda; three children: daughter, Blake Berndt and husband Luc, son, Devon McBride and daughter, Maddy McBride, all of Clarinda; two grandchildren, Drake and Amelia Berndt of Clarinda; five siblings, Teresa Reitzler and husband Frank of Grinnell, IA, Leslie Kirchert and wife Carla of Essex, Pat Athen and husband Larry of Shenandoah, Becky DeVries and husband Dan of Urbandale, IA and Mary Ann Major and husband Mike of Imogene, IA; five nieces, Stacy Shockey, Holly Heronimus, Carla Erickson, Alana DeVries and Jordan Major; seven nephews, Darin Athen, Lynn Reitzler, Todd Reitzler, Brian Kirchert, Matthew Major, Joshua Major and Eric DeVries; other relatives; and many, many friends

Lisle, Frederck Vernon - Fred Lisle, age 57, of Clarinda, Iowa, entered into peace Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at Bergan Mercy Hospital, Omaha, Nebraska. Funeral Services will be held 10:30 a.m., Saturday, March 31, 2018 at Trinity Presbyterian Church, Clarinda, Iowa with Pastor Marcia Cline officiating. Visitation with the family will be held 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., Friday, March 30, 2018 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. Burial will be in Clarinda Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Fred Lisle Memorial. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family on our website at, www.ritchiefuneralhome.com under Obituaries. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Clarinda, Iowa.

Frederick Vernon Lisle was born on June 15, 1960 in Omaha, Nebraska to Edwin and Nancy (Steffens) Lisle. He passed away on Tuesday, March 27, 2018, at the age of 57, while surrounded by his immediate family.

Fred graduated in 1978 from Clarinda High School. While in high school he enjoyed being involved in Track, Cross-Country, and Wrestling. After high school he attended Iowa Western Community College in Clarinda, and received an A.A. in Business Administration. He also attended Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, MO, and graduated with a B.S. in Business Management.

On May 23, 1981 Fred and Brenda (Griffith) Lisle were married at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Clarinda, IA. They were high school sweethearts, and were married and devoted to each other for over 36 years. They were blessed with two sons, Edwin and Andrew Lisle.

Fred was devoted and cherished spending as much time as he could with his family. They were blessed to be able to travel, and go on many fun vacations together. They enjoyed fishing, golfing, kayaking, and skiing. They also loved to watch and cheer on their favorite baseball team, the Boston Red Sox. Fred wasn’t one to talk about himself, but he loved to tell people about his family. Fred’s work required him to travel often, but both of his sons can’t remember him ever missing any of the activities they were involved with in school.

As part of the fifth generation of the Lisle family, he devoted his entire career of nearly 36 years to fostering the continued growth of Lisle Corporation, which was founded in 1903.

Fred first worked at the company in the assembly department during the summer while he was in college. In 1982, he joined the company full-time and worked in the time study department. From there he moved into the Sales department, became Advertising Manager, National Accounts Manager and then Vice President of Sales and Marketing.

In 2009, he was named President of Lisle Corporation. He was a caring and compassionate leader who enjoyed a good laugh, and an occasional practical joke. He was very personable, and had a true interest in what other people had going on in their lives. Fred was extremely grateful for all the wonderful employees that he got the pleasure of working with over the years.

Under his leadership Lisle Corporation experienced steady growth in sales and market share. He volunteered his time and expertise as an elected Trustee of Iowa Western Community College, and put in extraordinary effort helping to build and promote the Iowa Western Center for Excellence in Manufacturing Program (CEAM) at the Clarinda campus. He was a former board member of the Automotive Sales Council, and remained involved in the group as a long time member. Fred was proud to serve as a board member with numerous organizations in Clarinda.

Fred was preceded in death by his parents Edwin and Nancy Lisle.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Brenda Lisle; Children: Edwin (Anna) Lisle and Andrew (Megan) Lisle; Grandchildren: Frederick, Lucas, and Wyatt Lisle; Sister: Nanette (Wayne) Peck; Brother in Laws: Ed (Sandy) Griffith, John (Bree) Griffith, Steven (Heather) Griffith, along with many other family and friends who Fred loved dearly

Karen Ann Lull, 78, passed away Monday, June 11, 2018, at Legacy Pointe Memory Care in Waukee, IA. Services will be held 2 p.m. Friday, June 15, 2018, at Iles-Westover Chapel . Burial will follow at Masonic Cemetery in Des Moines.

Karen was born January 12, 1940, in Maryville, MO, to Robert and Virginia (Kellogg) McClure. Karen and her father showed American Golden Saddlebred Horses throughout the midwest. She married Jack Lull on June 30, 1963, in Braddyville, IA and they made their home in Urbandale where they raised their two daughters. 

Karen worked as a homemaker for many years and later joined her husband in the kitchen cabinet business. In retirement Karen worked part-time at Iles Funeral Homes for 15 years, primarily at Westover Funeral Home.

Karen enjoyed playing bridge, watching the Chicago Cubs with Jack, and having lunch with the “Lunch Bunch”. She will be remembered for her warm smile and impeccable appearance whether working at the funeral home or going to the mailbox. 

Karen is survived by her husband of 55 years, Jack, two daughters, Carol Lull of West Des Moines and Julie (Eric) Steinhart of Pleasant Hill. She was preceded in death by her parents.

The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 p.m. Thursday, June 14, at Iles-Westover Chapel. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Shriner's Hospital for Children. Online condolences will be welcomed at IlesCares.com.

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Luzmoor, Richard James "Dick" - Richard James “Dick” Luzmoor was born on September 10, 1932 in Lafayette, Colorado, to William John “W.J.” and Nodine (Dotrich) Luzmoor. He was the youngest of ten children and probably the orneriest. His early years were spent aggravating the nuns in parochial school in Denver, often skipping school to fish, and sneaking into the University of Colorado football games. Like many from his era, he was drafted into the Army National Guard and served in the Korean War. Following his discharge, he held many occupations including clothier, tinsmith, florist, railroad man, bookkeeper, salesman and feedlot manager (Monfort of Colorado). On New Year’s Eve in 1965, he was married to Elaine Minard in a union that lasted more than 52 years.
His greatest joys were his family and his “football boys”. Dick spent almost 30 years assisting with the Clarinda Cardinal football program and was affectionately referred to as “Coach” by generations of players. While he enjoyed football, he loved the kids, and always beamed when his former players would say “Hey Coach” in a restaurant or on the street. In addition to the Clarinda football program, Dick kept stats for the Hawkeye football conference for 30-plus years and for the Colorado High School Athletic Association for many years prior to that.
Dick was happiest when surrounded by family. He is survived by his wife, Elaine of Clarinda; sons Joel (Janet) Luzmoor of Mound City, MO and Patrick (Stacy) Luzmoor of Hartford, SD. Also surviving him are grandchildren Chris Luzmoor of Evans, CO, Denise (Joshua) Bircher of Greeley, CO, Joshua Luzmoor of Clarinda, Emily (Wyatt Williams) Luzmoor of Braddyville, IA, Kera Luzmoor of Shenandoah, IA, Hayston (Katie) Wilson of Richmond, MO, Chandler (Morgan Lewis) Wilson of Maryville, MO and Shayne Luzmoor of Hartford, SD; great grandchildren Nicholas Burt, Weston Amos, Connor Luzmoor, Cole Luzmoor, Amiyah Miller, Carson Luzmoor and Landry Miller; brother Edwin (Linda) Luzmoor of Santa Rosa, CA; sister Peggy Lazok of Denver, CO; very special friend Roger Williams and many other family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sons Blaine Luzmoor and Ronnie Luzmoor; brother Bill “W.J.” Jr. and sisters Winifred Coon, Betty Luzmoor, Nadine Munson, Donna Dolman, Bonnie Luzmoor and Wilma Luzmoor.
A visitation will be held with the family Thursday evening from 5-7 p.m. at the Walker-Merrick-Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel in Clarinda, and a celebration of Coach Dick’s life will be held Friday, at 2:00 p.m. at the chapel. Memorials can be directed to the Clarinda High School Football Program in Coach Dick’s name.
While we grieve for our loss, we celebrate for the eternal life that our Lord and Savior has promised us and that Dick is now enjoying

Martin, Bethene - Miss Bethene Martin died suddenly early in the morning of Oct 25, at the home of her mother, Mrs Geo. E. Martin, on West Main street, aged 21 years, 5 months and 7 days. With her passing away a pure and innocent life is blotted out and all feel deeply grieved. For years she had suffered from lung trouble and six winters were spent in the southwest in the hope of relief, but is was only partial and temporary. But Miss Bethene bore her affliction bravely and was bouyant and hopeful to the last--enjoying a drive and the society of friends the first of last week. The funeral took place Sunday at 2:30, conducted by her pastor, Rev J.N. MacLean. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 1, 1906

McAllister, Louise - Martha Louise Stubbs - Louise McAllister, age 91, of Clarinda, Iowa entered into peace Sunday, April 22, 2018 at Elm Heights Nursing Home in Shenandoah, Iowa. Funeral Celebration of Life Services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, April 28, 2018 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Clarinda, Iowa. Visitation will be held at the church on Friday, April 27, 2018 from 5 to 7 PM with the family greeting friends. Lunch will immediately follow the services with interment at the Riverton Cemetery in Riverton, Iowa at 2:00 PM. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Clarinda, Iowa, where we ‘Celebrate Life’.

Martha Louise (Stubbs) McAllister was born February 7, 1927, in Hamburg, Iowa the daughter of William Ellsworth Stubbs and Mildred Elizabeth (Gray) Stubbs. She grew up in Riverton, Iowa attending school, graduating from Riverton High School with the Class of 1944. After graduation, she attended Christian College in Columbia, Missouri, transferring to Iowa State University in Ames, graduating with her Bachelors Degree in Child Development with the Class of 1948. While she was at ISU she was a singer with the Iowa State Choir. After college graduation she was united in marriage to Ivan Keith McAllister on September 12, 1948, at the United Methodist Church in Riverton, Iowa. Five children were born to bless this union, Bruce, William, Janice, Dale and Dwight.

The couple made their home in several communities, settling in Atlantic, Iowa where they lived from 1963 to 1978. Louise was a homemaker who was busy raising their five children while Keith was a Farm Manager for Farmer’s National Company. She also worked as an Administrative Assistant to the Cass County Memorial Hospital in the Home Health Care Services. In 1978, they moved to Treynor, Iowa where they both worked for Southwest Iowa Farm Business Association, transferring to Clarinda in 1980. In 1989, they both retired and continued living in the Clarinda community where they continued to enjoy their church, family and community events. She was a member of the Westminster Presbyterian Church and the Presbyterian Women’s Association. Louise was an avid reader and truly enjoyed visiting her grandchildren and attending family functions.

Left to cherish the memory of a wonderful mother, grandmother and friend are four children, William McAllister of Clarinda, Iowa; Dr. Janice McAllister and husband John Harper of Omaha, Nebraska; Dale McAllister of Clarinda, Iowa; and Dwight McAllister and wife Marcia of Greer, South Carolina; eight grandchildren Joel McAllister and wife Crystal of Parker, Colorado; Samuel McAllister and wife Alaina of Pavilion, New York; Sarah McAllister of Atlanta, Georgia; Daniel Harper of Los Angeles, California; Rebekah DeChaine and husband Bryan of Greenville, South Carolina; Eric Harper of Ames, Iowa; David Harper of Omaha, Nebraska; and Michael Harper of Omaha, Nebraska; six great-grandchildren, Isaiah, Timothy, Savannah, Sophia, Alyssa and Caleb; two sisters-in-law, Jeanne Nelson of Bricelyn, Minnesota; and Sylvia McAllister of Shenandoah, Iowa; along with many other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Preceding Louise in death were her parents, William and Mildred Stubbs; a brother, William John Stubbs in World War II; her loving husband, Keith McAllister in 2007; and one son, Bruce McAllister in 2004

McClish, Wesley - Wesley McClish Sr. was born March 1st 1950 in Des Moines, Iowa to Bernic (Yaw) and Lee McClish. Wes had a tough childhood being the oldest boy of 5 siblings. When their dad left he was the one to help his mom support everyone. Therefore, Wes left the house at an early age of 15 and started his career and love for carpentry work. He ended up in Clarinda working for Better Built Homes also known later as Page and Hill. He got on the welding crew helping build Eaton Corporation in Shenandoah which opened in 1971. While working there he told a guy working with him he wanted a horse. This guy introduced him to the Bob and Edna Barr Farm and they took him in as their own son. He looked up to them as parents. This was the start of a whole new family for Wes with the whole Barr family and his love for horses, which has lasted for 50 years.
When the economy crashed in Southwest Iowa in the early 80’s. He packed up his family and off to Houston, Texas they went. From there as the economy continued to swing through different parts of the country, Wes went to where the economy was good building high rise condos, apartment complexes, hotels and houses in just about every state in the US. A lot of the time his brother John and his family were along with the carpentry moving state to state.
As Wes always made trips back to Iowa to check on the Barr gang and Bob’s many horses. 2002 was time for another trip to Iowa as Edna was not well from cancer. He was finally ready to settle back into Clarinda after meeting Denise. Wes and Denise were married in August of 2008. Until 6 years ago he gave up the carpentry and started detailing cars owning the Car Groom. After being diagnosed with cancer in October 2016 and several battles in February 2018 he began his carpentry again on the small scale with doll houses and barns which helped take up time of being in the house. His courageous battle with cancer ended on April 28, 2018, letting him join his sons Wesley McClish Jr. and Shane Marsh; parents Bernic and Lee, parents Bob and Edna Barr, brother John McClish (February 2016) and father in-law Charles Hughes (January 2016).
He is survived by his wife Denise; sons Chris Gorman and Phillip (Aundrea) McClish; grandchildren Susanna, Austin, Hailey, Whyatt, Bentley, Mylia and Able; mother in-law Norma Hughes; brother in-laws Terry (April) Hughes, Bradley (Wanda) Hughes and Shawn (Kendra) Hughes; sisters in-law Rosanne (Zachary) Cavin and Theresa McClish; brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces, many friends and relatives.

Funeral services for Wes McClish, 68 of Clarinda, will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at Walker-Merrick-Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel on Hwy 2 Bypass in Clarinda. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, May 1, at Walker-Merrick-Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel. Memorials are suggested to Family Choice or Dr. Luke Nordquist Urology Cancer Center Research and GU Research Network.
Walker-Merrick-Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel is providing arrangements.

Minor, Dwight Vern - 06 Nov 1926 - 07 May 2018 Dwight Minor, age 91, of Clarinda, Iowa, formerly of Centerville, Iowa entered into peace Monday, May 7, 2018 at Goldenrod Manor, Clarinda, Iowa. Celebration of Life Funeral Services will be held 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa with Pastor Brian Bontrager officiating. Burial will be in Memory Cemetery, New Market, Iowa.

Dwight Minor Clarinda, Iowa Nov. 6, 1926-May 7, 2018 Dwight Minor, 91, of Clarinda, formerly of Centerville entered into peace Monday, May 7 at Goldenrod Manor, Clarinda. Celebration of Life Funeral Services were held 11 a.m., Wednesday, May 9 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda with Pastor Brian Bontrager officiating. Burial was in Memory Cemetery, New Market.

Dwight Vern Minor was born Nov. 6, 1926 in Sheridan, Missouri to Jess P. Minor and Florence (Drake) Minor. While growing up, the family moved several times and Dwight grew up in Missouri, Pennsylvania and Iowa. He graduated from New Market Elementary School. Following his eighth grade graduation, he worked on the Carl Hughes farm and drove gravel trucks for a few years. Dwight and Thelma Mae Shum were united in marriage April 16, 1949 in Clarinda. They were blessed with one son, Daniel Wade. Dwight was a heavy equipment operator for Peter Kiewit Company of Omaha for eighteen years while living in Manchester. Thelma and Dwight owned and managed a bait and tackle shop in Gutenberg for several years. They retired to Rathburn and returned to Clarinda in 2015. Dwight was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers of Des Moines and the Local 234 Union. His true love was fishing and he would be gone fishing from dawn to dark whenever he could. He also enjoyed hunting and vegetable gardening. Dwight was a long time member of the First Baptist Church. Preceding Dwight in death were his parents; siblings, Cleone Cunningham and husband Darrel, LeMoine (Bud) Minor and wife Edna, Rue Minor and wife Ruby and Elwood Friend (E.F.) Minor; brother-in-law, Lowell Klepinger. Survivors include his wife, Thelma Minor of Clarinda; son, Daniel Wade Minor of Japan; granddaughter, Lisa Anatte Minor of Japan; sister, Leona Klepinger of Marshalltown, sister-in-law, Betty Minor of Clarinda; numerous nieces and nephews

Muller, Duane Dean - 01 Apr 1936 - 13 Apr 2018

Duane Dean Muller was born April 1, 1936, near Yorktown, Iowa the son of Arthur Alfred Muller and Wilma Marie (Sump) Muller. He grew up on the family farm north of Yorktown and was Baptized on April 19, 1936 and Confirmed on April 2, 1950, at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Duane was a life-long active member of the church where he served in various offices and capacities. In his later years, he enjoyed maintaining the church grounds.

He grew up attending St. Paul Lutheran School through the 8th grade, graduating from the Clarinda High School with the Class of 1954. He served for the National Guard for nine years. On December 10, 1961, he was united in marriage to Lorenne Smiley at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Yorktown. They were blessed with five children, Diane, Doug, Jay, Jodi and Jill.

Duane enjoyed farming for many years. He also worked at Page I Rural Water. Following his retirement from Rural Water, he enjoyed helping area farmers, always looking forward to planting and harvesting. He enjoyed playing softball for many years and was a strong supporter of the Clarinda A's Baseball Team, serving as a 'house parent' for many years. Duane's greatest enjoyment was sharing in his family and children's lives. Together he and Lorenne attended many, many sporting events throughout the years. He loved being a grandpa . . . spending time with the little ones always gave him such joy. He and Lorenne were blessed to be able to share many visits, traveling to Kansas City, Colorado, Washington and California to share special times with them.

Left to cherish the memories of a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and brother is his loving wife of 57 years, Lorenne Muller of Clarinda, Iowa; his five children, Diane Muller of Littleton, Colorado; Doug Muller of Malaga, Washington; Jay Muller and wife Beth of Kansas City, Missouri; Jodi Panec and husband Mike of San Rafael, California; and Jill Duffy and husband Kyle of Parker, Colorado; six grandchildren, Morgan and Lauren Muller; Aubrey and Mason Panec; Rylan and Kase Duffy; a sister, Donna Barr of Clarinda, Iowa; a brother, Bob Muller and wife Soni of Lincoln, Nebraska; a sister-in-law, Linnea Muller of Marshall, Missouri; and two sisters-in-law, Arlene Price of Omaha, Nebraska; and Velda Smiley and husband Paul Schulte of Cincinnati, Ohio; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Welcoming Duane to his new heavenly home with arms wide open are his parents, Arthur and Wilma Muller; his in-laws, Anson and Ester Smiley; a brother, John Muller; two brothers-in-law, Lowell Barr and Cliff Price; and a niece, Sara Price

O'Dell, Patricia A. Mount - Patricia A. O’Dell, age 86 of Shenandoah, IA (formerly Hamburg) passed away on Monday, June 4, 2018 at the Garden View Health Care Center in Shenandoah. 

Patricia was born on December 6, 1931 in rural Hamburg, IA; the daughter of Harold G. and Dessie (Houchin) Mount.  She was raised in the Hamburg area and graduated from Hamburg High School with the class of 1948. 

Pat married the light of her life, Bobby R. “Bob” O’Dell, on September 17, 1961 in Hamburg.  She was a loving and devoted wife, working along side her husband for many years.  Pat also took care of her sister, Peggy, for many years. 

She was a very talented lady, who enjoyed making quilts and then shared them with many others.  Pat was also known as the scrap booking queen.  She had many books with clippings from family gatherings and town events.  She was well known for being a sharp dresser.  She dressed to the “nines“, from her red hair to her shoes, she always looked great!  Pat’s big smile and her laugh will be greatly missed. 

Pat is survived by her sister, Peggy Mount of Sidney, IA; numerous cousins; other family and friends. 

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Bobby O’Dell on October 31, 2010. 

A Graveside Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, June 11, 2018 at Mt. Olive Cemetery in rural Hamburg, IA.  Burial will follow the services. Rash-Gude Funeral Home, Hamburg, Iowa.

Parker, Gage E. - Gage E Parker, world traveler, voracious reader, lover of the arts and member of the greatest generation died, Saturday, April 21, 2018 in Lincoln, NE. Born with a silver spoon in his mouth, Gage had an idyllic childhood in Shenandoah IA. Charlie and Gladys Gage Parker showered their only child with love, wisdom and uncommon common sense. 

Gage graduated early from Shenandoah High School to enroll at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL. He was soon drafted by the United States Army where he served as a staff sergeant during World War II. He was one of hundreds of military men who lined the parade route during FDR's funeral in April of 1945. It is interesting to note that he stood guard at the gates of the White House during the somber event. Gage returned to Northwestern after the war, becoming a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity and pursuing his degree in business. 

Following graduation Gage joined the company his father founded, Central Surveys Inc. Gage was sent to the east coast to run the Central Surveys office in New York City. Upon his return he met the love of his life Rita Zimmerman. The couple was blessed with two daughters, Sarah and Natalie. 

Gage was a master of vocabulary and taught his daughters to arm themselves with a great lexicon and to speak with conviction. He also instilled in them a love of learning, explaining that the doors out of the classroom opened to a world ripe for adventure and discovery. Gage also taught his girls to love all of God's creations particularly animals; at one point the Parker menagerie consisted of 3 dogs,
4 cats, 5 goldfish, 27 guppies and one horse. 

Gage was a tremendous craftsman even building a train, which he pulled behind his lawn tractor, for Sarah, Natalie and all their friends. Many, now grown, children of a certain age will remember feeling giddy when they heard the clanging of the train's bell as it came down the street. They anxiously waited at the curb for the train to pull up and Engineer Gage to yell, "All aboard!"

Gage thrived on life-long relationships. He had a plethora of friends in Shenandoah and across the globe. His world-wide travel, his companies Central Surveys and Central Travel Service, as well as, the myriad of the exchange students to which the Parker's opened their home solidified this. These stateside and international friendships offered him the opportunity to enjoy conversations, with countless people thereby learning about numerous cultures. 

Although he moved to Lincoln in 2005 to live with his daughter, Sarah, Gage always considered Shenandoah, IA his home. He loved Shenandoah. He was active in the Shenandoah Chamber of Commerce, the First Presbyterian church, St. Mary's Catholic church, Southwest Iowa Theatre Group and the American Legion. Gage was one of the leaders of the Shenandoah Centennial celebration. He sat on the Shenandoah library board for more than 25 years. Gage and Ed May spearheaded the fundraising campaign to construct the Wirsig-Jones Auditorium. He was instrumental in building the Shenandoah Memorial Hospital. He was one of the founders of the Wassail Bowl more than 67 years ago.

Gage was especially proud of his granddaughter Alisha (Ivan Rojas) and his great granddaughters, Elena and Everly. They, with his daughter Sarah, many friends and relatives, are left to cherish the memory of the wit and wisdom that was Gage. He was proceeded in death by wife Rita, daughter Natalie and as friend Susan Sand wrote to Sarah, "I bet there was a train full of relatives and friends waiting for the Engineer in heaven."

Per Gage's wishes, his body was donated to science. A service will be held for his Lincoln friends Saturday, April 28th, 2 pm in the Chapel at the Southlake Village Care Center, 9401 Andermatt Drive, Lincoln, NE.
A celebration of Gage's amazing life will take place in his beloved Shenandoah later this summer. Memorials can be made to the Shenandoah Public Library or the First Presbyterian Church in Shenandoah

Spargur, LeRoy "Spike" - LeRoy "Spike" Spargur, son of Harry Jennings and Ione Elizabeth (Pursell) Spargur, was born on July 5, 1927 in Shenandoah, Iowa. He passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2018 at Nebraska Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska at the age of 90.

Spike graduated from Shenandoah High School with the class of 1945. He enlisted into military service on September 9, 1944 in Des Moines, Iowa and into active duty on August 23, 1945 with the Army Air Force, 18th Communication Squadron 8th AAF as a Cryptographic Technician. He was discharged on December 20, 1946 as a Private 1st Class where he received the American Theater Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, Victory Metal and Pacific Theater Ribbon. 

He graduated from Tarkio College in May of 1953 with a Business degree. He also completed a computer programming class at Iowa Western Community College in Council Bluffs receiving a school certificate on June 29, 1967.

Spike was united in marriage to Elaine Mortimore on April 10, 1948 in Omaha, Nebraska. The couple along with Elaine's son, Ramon, made Shenandoah their lifelong home. Spike worked for Mt. Arbor Nurseries as a Wholesale Sales Manager until his retirement.

He loved to golf and was a five-time Shenandoah City Champion. Spike also was an excellent Snooker player, he challenged John Knicely from Channel 7 News Omaha to a Snooker match at Doc's Pool Hall in which Spike won. He was an 80-year member of the First United Methodist Church, 31-year member of the Shenandoah Elks Lodge #1122 and a 53-year member of the Shenandoah American Legion Post #88. He was also a huge supporter of Shenandoah Athletics. 

Spike was a loving husband and father, dedicated son and loving grandfather and great-grandfather and a friend to all. 

He was preceded in death by wife Elaine in 2012, his parents and brother Lloyd. Those left to cherish his memory include his son Ramon Henderson and wife Kymberly of Scottsdale, AZ; grandchildren Kristin Lynn Henderson of Chicago, IL, Melissa Rae McBride and husband Matt of Chicago, IL and Christopher Paul Henderson and wife Amy of Fort Worth, TX; three great-grandchildren Matthew McBride, Mason McBride and William Henderson; other relatives and many friends.

Celebration of life funeral service will be held at 10:30 am on Monday, May 7, 2018 at the First United Methodist Church in Shenandoah. 

Visitation with the family will be held from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Sunday, May 6, 2018 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah. 

Burial will be held at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah with military rites provided by the Shenandoah American Legion Post #88 Color Guard

Spargur, Maxine Stephens Danielson - Maxine passed away on Monday, April 30, 2018 at the Josie Harper Hospice House in Omaha.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 3, 2018 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home. The family will greet friends on Wednesday evening from 5:00-7:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial will follow in the Rose Hill Cemetery.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

Opal Maxine Danielson, daughter of Clark D. and Irene Pearl (Jackson) Stephens, was born on April 11, 1924 in Fisher Township, Iowa. She passed away on Monday, April 30, 2018 at the Josie Harper Hospice House in Omaha, Nebraska at the age of 94.

Maxine grew up in the Shenandoah area. She graduated from Shenandoah High School. On December 24, 1942 she was united in marriage to William "Bill" C. Danielson in Marysville, Missouri. She worked at J.C. Penney's for over 25 years. 

Maxine was a loving and dedicated wife and mother. She enjoyed doing various craft projects, sewing, ceramics, and macramé. She also was an avid gardener and enjoyed baking delicious treats for her family and friends. Maxine and Bill enjoyed traveling to various states to see family and friends. In her later years spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her much joy. 

Maxine was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and three sisters. She is survived by her three sons; Darrell Danielson and wife Cathy of Yucca Valley, California, Stephen Danielson of Omaha, Nebraska and Devin Danielson and wife Becky of Shenandoah, 14 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends

Steeve, Donald Henry Otto- Donald Steeve, age 92, of Clarinda, Iowa entered into peace Friday, April 27, 2018 at Eiler Place, Clarinda, Iowa. Funeral Celebration of Life Services will be held 10:30 AM Thursday, May 3, 2018 at St. John Lutheran Church, Clarinda, Iowa. Visitation will be held 5-7 PM Wednesday, May 2, 2018. Interment will be held at the Summit Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Clarinda, Iowa.

Donald Henry Otto Steeve was born July 2, 1925 at the family farm just south of Clarinda, Iowa to Walter and Laura (Sunderman) Steeve. He was baptized July 19, 1925 and confirmed April 2, 1939 at St. John Lutheran Church, Clarinda, Iowa. He attended Clarinda High School (and often stated that he walked to High School) graduating in 1944. Don married Vera Eilers on February 7, 1954 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Yorktown, Iowa. 

Don and Vera farmed the family farm for more than 60 years. Don enjoyed square dancing and hunting. The enjoyed traveling on their own and also with tour groups and spent several winters in Florida. They built their new home in 1986 and enjoyed living there until they moved to the Eiler Place in December 2014.

Preceding Don in death were his parents; parents-in-law, John and Lena Eilers; brothers-in-law, Earl Eilers (1936) and Maurice Eilers and wife Mahree; sister-in-law, Faith Wagoner and husband Leonard; nephew, Kevin Thompson.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 64 years, Vera Steeve of Clarinda, Iowa; brother, Bernard Steeve and wife Sandra of Colorado Springs, Colorado; sisters, Ruth Thompson and husband Russell of Columbia, Missouri and Lenora Hubbard and husband Jim of Arizona; sister-in-law, Verna Nothwehr and husband Bernard of Clarinda, Iowa; numerous nieces, nephews and many friends

Stevens, Iris Jean Butchee - Iris Jean Stevens was born October 27, 1946 at Plainview, Texas to Willis and Opal Butchee. She attended school in New Mexico and received her teaching degree. She and Milton Gollihugh both took classes at New Mexico University-Clovis and following that were married. Together they had three children: Kathleen, Milton Jr., and Karrie.
Iris taught K-12 at Gallup, New Mexico. She raised her family and also helped her parents. She met Robert Stevens through the internet and became his wife in 2007 at Bedford, Iowa.
Iris passed away Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at Clarinda Regional Health Center, Clarinda, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Milton Lee Gollihugh; children Milton Lee Gollihugh Jr., and Elizabeth Karrie Parks; and step son Robert J. Stevens.
Iris is survived by her husband Robert of Clarinda Iowa; daughter Kathleen Moreno, Clarinda, Iowa; grandchildren Faustino Moreno, Steven Moreno, Brandon Moreno, Brandy, Moreno, Teresa Gollihugh, Charles Parks, Adam Parks, Dawn Parks, and Danny Stevens; sister Sharon Hards of Circleville, Kansas; brother Bud (Charlene) Butchee of Arkansas; step son Danny Sie Stevens of Canada; and other friends and relatives.
Celebration of Life memorial service for Iris Stevens (Mrs. Robert Stevens), 71 of Clarinda, will be held 1:30 p.m. Friday, April 27, 2018 at Walker-Merrick-Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel, Highway 2 Bypass, Clarinda.
Visitation with the family will follow the services.
Interment will be at Clarinda Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to family choice to be determined later.
Walker-Merrick-Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel is providing arrangements

Sunderman, Irma - Funeral services for Irma Sunderman, 97 of Clarinda, will be 11 a.m. Monday, May 14, 2018 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, rural Clarinda, with interment at Immanuel Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Walker-Merrick-Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel, Clarinda.
Memorials are suggested to Immanuel Lutheran Church

Swanson, James Robert "Jim" - James Robert Swanson, son of Carl Alfred and May (Butler) Swanson, was born on October 17, 1931 in Page County, Iowa. He entered into eternal rest on May 23, 2018 at the Fairfax Community Hospital in Fairfax, Missouri at the age of 86 years, 6 months, 6 days.

His early life was mostly spent growing up in Shenandoah, Iowa. He attended the Shenandoah Community Schools and received his GED in 1984. Jim was in the Iowa National Guard from 1949 to 1950. He quit school before his Junior year and in July 1950, he joined the Army. 

During his three years of service with the Army, Jim was stationed in Japan, Korea and Manila. During the Korean Conflict, he served with the 110th Replacement Battalion, where he worked in the motorpool and was promoted to Truck Master and earned the rank of Sargeant. Jim was in Korea for a total of 14 months and was honorably discharged on August 1, 1953.

On February 14, 1954, Jim was united in marriage to Evelyn Joyce Herzberg at Yorktown, Iowa. They made their home in Shenandoah where they raised their five children, Joyce, Diana, Nancy, Jamie and Robert. Jim worked for BF Goodrich and Firestone, retiring from Johnson Tire Co. in 1986 after 26 years.

With a love for his country and true passion to serve, Jim rejoined the Shenandoah Army National Guard in 1971 where he served until 1981. Not quite done, Jim joined the Missouri Army National Guard Unit in Lexington, serving from 1986 to 1992. In 1991, at the age of 60, he went to the jungles of Panama for two weeks with his Lexington unit. He retired from the Army National Guard in November of 1992 after 20 years and 1 day of service to his beloved country. Jim stated, "With all my travels out of the country, I always looked for the American Flag, that was where home was." Through his years of service, Jim received the following medals: Army Commendation Medal, Korean Service Medal with 2 bronze stars, United Nations Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal (3rd award), National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal (2nd award), Army Service Ribbon, Army Reserve Components Overseas Training Ribbon, and Missouri National Guard Long Service Ribbon.

In his spare time, Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. He took great pleasure in spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren following their activities. He also enjoyed going to the Omaha Lancers Hockey games with his son and daughter-in-law. He was a long time member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Shenandoah and was a member of the Shenandoah American Legion Post #88, serving as Post Commander in 1971.

Preceding Jim in death were his beloved wife of 49 years, Evelyn; his parents; three sisters, Marjorie Bright, Verna Cain and Phyllis Richardson; and father and mother-in-law, Adolph and Clara Herzberg. Left to cherish his memory are his five children, Joyce (John) Hall of Chillicothe, MO, Diana (Danny) Hayes of Omaha, NE, Nancy (David) Sorensen of Essex, IA, Jamie (David) Nenneman of Sidney, IA and Robert (Jill) Swanson of Shenandoah, IA; 10 grandchildren, John Jr (Alison) Hall of Kearney, MO, Jeremy (Amanda) Hall, Joshua Hall and Jordan (Emily Jo) Hall, all of Chillicothe, MO, Dana (Chris) Mathiasen of Omaha, NE, Doug (Mara) Hayes of Omaha, NE, Deanna (Drew) Palmer of Tekamah, NE, Denise Hayes (Mason Kyle) of Omaha, NE, Erin Sorensen of Kansas City, MO and Luke Sorensen of Westbrooke, ME; great grandchildren, Brooklyn Hall, Samantha and JW Swafford, Sarah, Emily Ann, Megan and Isaac Hall, Montana and Adelynn Hall, Kathryn Jo, Henry James and Ellyn Marie Mathiasen and Raelle Cera Hayes; brother, John Swanson of Des Moines, IA; cousin, Muriel Younggren of Hallock, MN; nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends. 

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at 2:00 pm at the Nishna Valley Funeral and Cremation Service in Shenandoah with Pastor Alan Hubbard officiating. The family will greet relatives and friends with visitation beginning one hour prior to the service starting at 1:00 pm Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will take place in the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah with military rites accorded by the Shenandoah American Legion Post #88. A memorial is being established in Jim's name.

Teachout, Kenneth D. "K Dan" - Kenneth D. (K. Dan) Teachout, age 69, of Lincoln, passed away April 14, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 30, 1948 in Shenandoah, IA to Kenneth and June Teachout. 

He will be remembered as a teacher and minister in the United Methodist Church. He served churches in Filley-Burchard, Davenport-Bruning and Beaver Crossing. He also served as a prison chaplain in Tecumseh. He enjoyed reading, gardening, music and theatre. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family. 

Preceded in death by father, Kenneth G. Teachout and mother in-law, Alma Dorn. 

Survived by wife of 46 years, Carolyn (Meints) Teachout of Lincoln, NE; daughter, Danielle (Jon) Clark of Pella, IA and their children, Rose and Sterling; son, Thomas (Jill) Teachout of Lincoln, NE and their children, William and Charles; mother, June Teachout of Shenandoah, IA; sister, Roberta Vorwerk of Shenandoah, IA; father in-law, Arnold Dorn of Beatrice, NE and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunt, uncle and friends.

LINCOLN, NEBRASKA SERVICES:
VISITATION with the family will be held from 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm, Sunday, April 22, 2018 at Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, 6800 S. 14th Street Lincoln, NE 68512. 
MEMORIAL SERVICE will be held 1:30 pm, Monday, April 23, 2018 at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 1200 S. 40th Street Lincoln, NE 68510
Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.lincolnfh.com


SHENANDOAH, IOWA SERVICE:
MEMORIAL SERVICE will be held 1:30 pm, Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at Hackett Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah 

Memorials suggested to the family for later designation.

Burial of cremains will be held at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah at a later date

Whitehill, Keith R. - Keith R. Whitehill, 46 of Shenandoah passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 29, 2018 at Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs. 14 Nov 1971 - Apr 29, 2018

Celebration of Life Funeral Services will be held at the Shenandoah United Methodist Church on Friday, May 11, 2018 at 10:00 a.m.. Burial will follow in the Rose Hill Cemetery. The family will greet friends at the funeral home on Thursday, May 10, 2018 from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. 

Keith Raymond Whitehill was born on November 14, 1971 at the Hand Hospital in Shenandoah, Iowa, the son of Dale and Jane (Reynolds) Whitehill. Keith entered into eternal peace on April 29, 2018 in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Keith's early years were spent on the family farm in rural Shenandoah. He was involved in the Shenandoah Teamsters and Tri-M's 4-H Club and the Davis-Rodgers FFA Chapter. Keith also enjoyed playing youth baseball on the Northboro and Shenandoah Youth Leagues. He graduated from Shenandoah High School with The Class of 1990. He later went on to attend Ellsworth Community College in Iowa Falls. He received his Associates Degree in 1992 in Swine and Farm Management. He then returned to Shenandoah to pursue his passion of farming. 

As a young man Keith helped his Dad on the farm raising hogs and cattle and growing corn and soybeans. He loved to help his neighbors with bailing hay, walking beans and any other help that was needed. After college Keith worked for several hog operations and then came home to farm. He had several other jobs including working at Con-Ag, Imperial, Eatons and Henry Fields. He also did custom hay work. The only thing that could trump his enthusiasm for farming, was when he became a father. Mark and Ashley were the loves of his life. Everything he did was always for their best interest. 

Most recently Keith was a member of the Summit United Methodist Church. Some of his other passions included collecting anything related with Farmall/International Harvestors Tractors and Equipment and watching the Kansas City Royals play baseball. One of his fondest memories was going to the 2014 Kansas City Royals Wild Card Game with his brother Larry. The Royal won that game in 12 innings!

He was preceded in death by his grandparents Paul and Esther Whitehill and Earl and Helen (Davidson) Reynolds. 

Those left to honor his memory include his beloved children Mark and Ashley Whitehill of Shenandoah; his father Dale Whitehill of Shenandoah; mother Jane Smith of Shenandoah; brothers Charles Joseph Whitehill of Lancaster, PA and Larry Whitehill of Roland, IA; companion Ruth Wathen of Shenandoah; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends

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Whitehill, Robert "Bob" L. - Robert "Bob" L. Whitehill, 73 of Shenandoah passed away suddenly on May 15, 2018 in Shenandoah.

Celebration of life funeral service will be held 10:30 am, Saturday, May 19, 2018 at the Congregational Church in Shenandoah.

Visitation with the family will be held from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm, Friday, May 18, 2018 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Burial will be held at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah with military rites

Williams, Donna Cecilia Schroer - Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Thursday, April 12, 2018 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Villisca with interment at North Page Cemetery, rural Villisca.
Attendance at the family visitation is suggested due to limited seating at the Church. The visitation will be held from 2-8 p.m. with the family available from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 11 at Wolfe Funeral Home, Villisca.
In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to Donna Williams Scholarship Fund.

Donna Cecilia (Schroer) Williams (61), passed away after a long battle with cancer on April 5, 2018 at her home in Villisca, IA with her family by her side.
She was born on October 25, 1956 in Denison, IA to Anthony and Florence Schroer, graduated from Manilla High School in 1975, and went on to earn her bachelor’s degree in Education at Tarkio College, MO. Donna was an excellent athlete, starting on the 1974 Manilla Girls High School basketball team that was state champions, and was the all-time leading scorer for Tarkio College. She was even drafted to play professionally but decided to begin her journey as a school teacher in Villisca in 1979.
That is where Donna met Bruce, and they were blessed in holy matrimony in 1982, and had three wonderful kids – Abbey, Joshua, and Aaron. Donna touched more lives than she realized, as she was a grade-school teacher at Villisca and Southwest Valley Schools for 36 years, retiring in 2015.
She was a member of the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, enjoyed her time gardening, playing golf, helping her husband and kids on the farm, and coaching multiple student-athletes in cross-country, volleyball and basketball. Her most precious moment was seeing her first grandson Coen grow up in the latter years of her life. She will be remembered for her strong will, passion to help others, tremendous work ethic, and love for her family.
She is survived by her husband Bruce, daughter Abbey (Kevin) Mumford of Littleton, CO, Josh (Jillian) Williams of Waukee, IA, Aaron Williams of Villisca, IA, and grandson Coen Mumford. Donna joins her parents Anthony and Florence Schroer in heaven and is survived by her siblings Bob (Theresa) Schroer of Carroll, IA, Marilyn (Don) Porter of Sioux Falls, SD, Joann (Paul) Mell of Norway, IA, Linda (Roger) Prussing of Ida Grove, IA, and countless loving cousins and family members.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Thursday, April 12, 2018 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Villisca with interment at North Page Cemetery, rural Villisca.
Attendance at the family visitation is suggested due to limited seating at the Church. The visitation will be held from 2-8 p.m. with the family available from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 11 at Wolfe Funeral Home, Villisca.
In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to Donna Williams Scholarship Fund.
Rosary will be held at 8 pm following the visitation at Wolfe Funeral Home